City of Milwaukee Zoning Information
A presentation on the fundamentals of the zoning code, what uses are allowed and how to better navigate it was presented on Monday, June 11, 2018 for the City’s “Lunch & Learn” series.
Specifically the topics included: What is the purpose of zoning, Structure of zoning code, and Resources for site specific info.
View the Power Point Presentation
Zoning Information Web Links
The following links were discussed in the presentation as vital links to understanding zoning in the City of Milwaukee.
My MKE Home. Location to find out a property’s zoning designation.
After retrieving address, open Special Interest tab at top.
https://itmdapps.milwaukee.gov/MyMilwaukeeHome
Map Milwaukee. Zoning Maps of the city, as well as complete property information. Scroll down to “Zoning” link.
http://city.milwaukee.gov/mapmilwaukee/applications
Zoning Code On-Line. DCD’s quick links to the codes housed at City Clerk’s Office
http://city.milwaukee.gov/PlanningPermits/DCDzoninglink.htm
Department of Neighborhood Services. A webpage of numerous helpful links.
http://city.milwaukee.gov/permits
Zoning questions phone contact: 414-286-8211
City Clerk’s Resources Page
Search Planned Development files, learn of legislative action on zoning files, and view official calendar of Common Council Committees, including Zoning, Neigborhoods and Development Committee that hears files relating to zoning.
http://city.milwaukee.gov/cityclerk
Legistar
When searching for a specific property address for zoning files, such as DPD approvals, it is recommended that you select “All Years” in drop down menu.
https://milwaukee.legistar.com/Legislation.aspx
MORE INFORMATION:
DCD Planning Resource Pages. A webpage of numerous helpful links.
http://city.milwaukee.gov/Planning
DCD Planning Area Plans
http://city.milwaukee.gov/AreaPlans
Principle of Urban Design
http://city.milwaukee.gov/Designguidelines/Citywide.htm#
City of Milwaukee Urban Design Guidelines
http://city.milwaukee.gov/Designguidelines/UrbanDesignResources.htm#.
Park East Development Code RED Zoning
http://city.milwaukee.gov/Zoning-Topics/Redevelopment-Zoning-RED/Park-East-Redevelopment-Plan/RED-Park-East-Zoning-District.htm#.
Beerline Code RED Zoning
http://city.milwaukee.gov/Zoning-Topics/Redevelopment-Zoning-RED/Beerline-B-Redevelopment-Plan.htm#.
Parking Lot Street Edge Perimeter Landscaping Border
http://city.milwaukee.gov/Designguidelines/UrbanDesignResources/Parking-Lot-Perimeter-lmv.htm#.